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Description A well-regarded San Francisco civil litigation law firm is seeking a Jr. Paralegal to join their team for an initial 3-month engagement, with potential for ongoing extension. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career paralegal to gain hands-on litigation experience in a supportive and collaborative environment. The firm is committed to training and developing talent and welcomes candidates with foundational experience who are eager to grow. Key Responsibilities: + Maintain and manage litigation calendars for multiple attorneys, including court deadlines, hearings, depositions, and client meetings. + Assist with discovery processes, including organizing, reviewing, and summarizing discovery responses and document productions. + Format, cite-check, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence for filing with state and federal courts. + Perform basic e-filing of pleadings and documents through court portals. + Assist with client communication regarding document needs, scheduling, and case updates under attorney supervision. + Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files, ensuring all case materials are complete and up-to-date. + Provide general litigation support to attorneys and senior paralegals as needed. Requirements Qualifications: + Minimum of 1 year of law firm experience, preferably supporting civil litigation matters. + Completion of an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program required. + Familiarity with legal terminology, court filing procedures, and general litigation processes. + Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. + Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel); familiarity with legal calendaring and document management systems a plus. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Positive, proactive attitude and a strong willingness to learn and take direction. + Comfortable working fully onsite in San Francisco's Cow Hollow District. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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